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Surrogate's Court Mediation

Surrogate's Court mediation is designed to assist individuals resolve contested probate/surrogate's court matters. 

We do not charge a fee for court-referred mediation. Non-court referred mediations are charged a $25 administrative fee for each party to the mediation. If you cannot pay due to financial hardship, we will ask you to complete a Waiver and your session will be free. Payment is expected before your mediation date is scheduled. To find out more about payment methods accepted and to pay for mediation services, visit this page. Cancellations less than 48 hours prior to your mediation will result in forfeiture of your payment. We appreciate your cooperation! Thank you!

Surrogate’s Court matters to be mediated include:

  1. -Administrative Proceedings;
  2. -Accounting Proceedings;
  3. -Guardianship Proceedings. 

A specially trained mediator familiar with Surrogate’s Court’s practices and terminologies, coupled with special training in mediating disputes, will be assigned to your case. 

Frequently Asked Questions

According to the NYS Unified Court System, "The Surrogate's Court hears cases involving the affairs of decedents, including the probate of wills and the administration of estates. " It is also sometimes called the "Probate" Court.

Surrogate's Court mediation is designed to assist individuals resolve contested probate/surrogate's court matters. Types of matters to be mediated include:

  1. -Administrative Proceedings.
  2. -Accounting Proceedings.
  3. -Guardianship Proceedings.
  4. -Educational Placement.

A specially trained mediator familiar with Surrogate's Court's practices and terminologies, coupled with special training in mediating disputes, will be assigned to your case.

Get Started Now

You can get started with us now by contacting us directly through the booking request form or by telephone or email.

Tel: (518) 943-0523 

info@commongroundinc.org